Mexican Bluewing | Myscelia ethusa | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Mexican Bluewing | Myscelia ethusa | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Mexican Bluewing | Myscelia ethusa | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
Mexican Bluewing | Myscelia ethusa | Photos © Florida Museum, by Ryan G. Fessenden
- Common Name: Mexican Bluewing
- Scientific Name: Myscelia ethusa
- Family: Nymphalidae
- Subfamily: Biblidinae
- Tribe: Epicaliini
- Wingspan: 2.4 to 3.2 in
- Place of origin: Central & South America
Butterflies in the exhibit are raised on butterfly farms around the world. This form of sustainable agriculture helps protect natural forest habitats from destruction and promote local economic growth.
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